National Museum of Australia
Overview
Australia's stories come alive at the National Museum of Australia, on the shores of Canberra’s Lake Burley Griffin. The Museum's stunning architecture provides an extraordinary place to explore the rich and diverse stories of Australia and its people.
Take a guided tour or wander solo through the many exhibitions. Get to know the real, the treasured, the surprising and the inspirational objects from Australian history.
Discover the stories and meanings hidden in the Museum building, design and landscapes on the Building and Architecture guided tour at 10 am or discover the highlights on the Museum Highlights guided tour at 1pm or the First Australians Tour at 3pm daily.
For a treat, why not book the Ultimate Museum Experience with a tour, a meal in the Museum Cafe and a voucher for the Museum Shop.
“Don't expect to be educated.”
Reviewed 1w ago by TUALMASOKA waste of time. There are no articulate galleries, just lofty airways and vapid imagery trails. This is not a museum, it is an art gallery for faster-than-usual idiots. There's enough parking for...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Great place to visit”
Reviewed 1w ago by 140dansA great museum to visit that has different exhibitions to see. A must to check out when visiting Canberra. It also has a good cafe to have lunch.
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Pompeii The Lost City Exhibition”
Reviewed 2w ago by Tony WThe lure of the legend of Pompeii bought us down to Canberra for the weekend. It was worth the trip. The exhibition itself was very well curated with a combination of actual articles from the city...
Read the full review on TripAdvisorFacilities
- Cafe
- Carpark
- Coach Parking
- Conference/Function Facilities
- Enquiry Desk
- Family Friendly
- Food and Refreshments
- Gallery / Museum
- Interactive Centre
- Non Smoking
- Parents Room
- Picnic Area
- Public Telephone
- Public Toilet
- Restaurant
- Shop / Gift Shop